“The workshop is a great addition to the excellent amenities we already have at Mickle Hill. It was erected in 2019, and since then we have insulated it, lined out the inside, and painted it out. We have fitted it out with a purpose-made long joiners bench, a large table top for various activities, and a smaller bench so wheelchair users can be included as well. Two wood carving kits have been donated so we have lots of tools and equipment.

About 3 or 4 owners frequently use the workshop but all are welcome to use the tools and power tools, under supervision. On leaving school I had an apprenticeship in carpenter and joinery followed by a career in, or attached to, the Building Industry, so I enjoy sharing my skills and experience with others. We have a number of lady owners who are keen to make something in wood, not having had the opportunity before, and the making of bird boxes has been suggested.”

The show apartments are well dressed and bring the pictures alive. Floor plans alone do not go anywhere near to seeing the ‘real thing’.

The apartments feel spacious and we love the bay windows and the bathroom designs make them feel spacious too. Sandra explained the ‘tech’ aspects well.

Altogether thoroughly impressed and can’t wait to move in!

“I was delighted to discover that Siddington Park was such a dog friendly village. When I told people I was downsizing and moving here, many people asked me what I was going to do with dogs. It made me laugh really, I don’t think they realise how much space I have here, it’s really perfect for them. Living on the ground floor, I have a large outdoor patio area with space for them to roam around, in addition, there will be the landscaped gardens and communal areas. There are some stunning walks right on the doorstep with fields and plenty of public footpaths, where I have already met so many other friendly dog walkers.

“The dogs and I have settled into our new home really well; I think the dogs are enjoying the social aspect of living here as well as me. We have lovely neighbours, the gardeners and staff are all really helpful, it’s great to watch life going by outside our window. I am particularly looking forward to the social aspect of living here, when other owners move in and the communal amenities are up and running like the swimming pool, gym, cinema and café, there will be a real community spirit here. I am looking forward to leading an active lifestyle and joining the clubs and activities that will be on offer.

“The location is excellent; we are on the outskirts of Cirencester with all its boutique shops restaurants and coffee shops.

“I would definitely recommend Siddington Park to anyone considering moving here, in fact, I have already recommended a friend, who will be moving in soon. I’m really looking forward to enjoying my future here.”

“After two years of living on my own in a four bedroom house I decided it was time to move to a retirement apartment. I did not want just an apartment but more of a community. Siddington Park fulfills all my requirements. These include a pool, a Restaurant, a Cinema and a Gym as well as the opportunity to join in various events. I have opted for a two bedroom apartment. The apartment is spacious and the kitchen fittings are to a very good standard. The bathroom has a walk in shower. I intend to use the smaller bedroom as a study as I am studying with the Open University.

It will be wonderful to be able to be on my own when I want to be, but if I need a break I will be able to visit the pool or have a coffee in the restaurant and meet other owners or walk in the garden which I will not have to weed. Sandra, the Marketing Representative was very helpful. She emailed the information about the apartments to my children who do not live near me. They were impressed with the floor plans and facilities and agree I am doing the right thing. I felt so excited when I first visited the Marketing Suite and I still am. I know I am making the correct choice by moving into Siddington Park.”

“As soon as I moved to Mickle Hill my mindset changed completely, and I felt so relieved as everything is so flat and well laid out, that I don’t have that constant worry or obstacles to mobility. There are lovely, landscaped gardens to walk around, and I regularly take the local bus, which stops at the village, into town to enjoy all the local amenities. I can also walk into town if the weather is fine.

Everyone is so friendly here and there is a real sense of community. I’m also enjoying the social aspect of living here, I’m a very social person by nature and so now I get to mix with other people, it’s nice to have a chat over coffee or in passing.

In the summer, I really enjoyed taking part in and watching a range of sports on the village green, including croquet. I also lead a far more active lifestyle here and take part in regular exercise and Yoga classes. There’s always something going on, and you can be as involved as you want to be.

It’s very reassuring to know that there is on-site care here, should I need it in the future, it gives me great peace of mind and my family too.

I would say the main benefit of living here, is that all my worries have disappeared and I’m now living a stress-free lifestyle, my son says I’m like a new person and I have to say, I feel like one!

It’s the lifestyle at Mickle Hill that really appeals to us though – we are completely independent and don’t need care or assistance at the moment, but we love having a base to explore everything around the area and knowing that our future is sorted should our needs ever change.

We’ve only been here for a few months, but already we are taking advantage of the excellent range of facilities on offer here: David has joined the gym and does regular keep fit classes; there is a cinema; a lovely Bistro where David goes to read his paper and enjoy a morning coffee and where they hold fabulous, themed nights, such as Spanish and Belgium nights. There is also a really nice bar and social area where we attend the regular Quiz nights, we even won the quiz the other day! It gives us a great opportunity to meet other people and to build up a social life. We also make use of other amenities, such as the Hairdressers, we really do have everything we want right on our doorstep.

One of the major advantages of course to a smaller property is that it is much easier to clean and to maintain, leaving us more time to enjoy the things we love. We were slightly apprehensive about the move, but now that we are here, there is no doubt that we have done the right thing, for anyone considering a move like ours, I would say go for it!